Bayesian hierarchical models for smoothing in two-phase studies, with application to small area estimation.
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SUBMITTER: Ross M
PROVIDER: S-EPMC4687749 | biostudies-literature | 2015 Oct
REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature
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